When re-married couples bring their families together, they face unique challenges. Somehow, they must bring unity out of diversity. Maxine Marsolini points to biblical solutions to the conflict commonly found in divorce and remarriage situations. 'Growth and Application' questions make this an excellent resource for small groups or Christian counseling.

A realistic and forthright resource, this practical guide for parents of blended families helps adults understand their children's feelings and cope with arising difficulties.

Bringing two families together to create a new one can be a daunting task. Drawing on wisdom garnered from decades of helping remarried couples, Jim Smoke offers time-proven principles and wisdom from God's Word to help you lay a solid foundation for your family. Whether your blended family has been around for a while or is just starting up, you'll discover practical ideas and solid insights. With insights from parents and children in blended families, Seven Keys to a Healthy Blended Family offers down-to-earth advice and encouragement for building a positive, uplifting family life. Book jacket.

Written with compassion and insight, this book explores the challenges faced by parents who are navigating the complexities of combining families and creating a sense of unity. Drawing on expert advice and real-life stories, the authors offer practical strategies for fostering understanding and connection within the blended family unit. With a focus on open communication and mutual respect, Harmony in Blended Familiesprovides a roadmap for parents seeking to build strong and loving relationships with their stepchildren and co-parents. The book addresses common issues such as jealousy, conflicting parenting styles, and loyalty binds, offering guidance on how to navigate these obstacles with grace and empathy. Through thoughtful reflection exercises and actionable tips, readers will learn how to create a harmonious and supportive environment where all family members feel heard and valued. At the heart of this book is the belief that with patience, empathy, and a willingness to adapt, blended families can thrive and create lasting connections. From navigating visitation schedules to establishing boundaries, Harmony in Blended Familiesequips parents with the tools they need to overcome challenges and create a strong sense of belonging for everyone involved. Whether you are a stepparent, bio parent, or child in a blended family, this book offers valuable insights and practical strategies for fostering unity and understanding in your unique family dynamic. With its sensitive approach and practical advice, Harmony in Blended Familiesis an essential resource for any parent navigating the complexities of blending families. By embracing empathy, communication, and cooperation, families can create a harmonious and loving environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported.

Create a Loving and Safe Environment for Your Blended Family Blended families face unique challenges, and sadly, good intentions aren’t always enough. With so many complex relationships involved, all the normal rules for family life change, even how you apply something as simple as the five love languages. That’s why Gary Chapman, the bestselling author of The 5 Love Languages® andnational expert on stepfamilies, Ron Deal, join together in this book to teach you how the five love languages can help your blended family. They’ll teach you: About the unique dynamics of stepfamilies How to overcome fear and trust issues in marriage How to develop healthy parenting and step-parenting practices How the love languages should—and should not—be applied You’re going to face many challenges, but with the right strategies and smart work, your family can be stronger and healthier together.

Despite the growing number of stepfamilies, and the recognition that they experience unique difficulties related to their complex family dynamics, there is very little support available to them. In this practical, evidence-based guide Lisa Doodson offers a valuable resource for professionals working with stepfamilies, giving insight into their unique nature and guidance on how to provide more effective support and advice. In addition to the wealth of research and knowledge that the book shares, there are a range of case studies which illustrate issues that the different types of stepfamilies frequently face. Each chapter also contains practical tools and exercises that professionals can use with their clients to help facilitate change in the family unit, as well as interventions including mediation and group workshops, and more traditional counselling techniques. Understanding Stepfamilies is a must have resource for counsellors and therapists, social workers, local authorities, charities and teaching professionals working with stepfamilies.

602-684-2872 [email protected] www.blendedfamiliesministry.org A.A.T.S. CERTIFIED FOR CREDIT This curriculum is recommended for one college level credit by the Accrediting Association for Theological Studies. Successful completion of the Blended Families Curriculum, under the direction of a qualified instructor, is recognized by Phoenix University of Theology for one full credit through its Ministry Advancement Portfolio—Process Assessment and Certification.